#TeamOUsport Students: Need some inspiration to help you get through your studies? One day this will be you at your graduation! www.tiktok.com/@theopenuniv...

In this episode of the BBC/OU The Team Behind the Team podcast we go behind the scenes at the Tour De France with Ineos Grenadiers and look at the role of Performance Directors in sport with #TeamOUsport academic Ben Oakley. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...

Exercise snacks: the best bursts of activity to incorporate into your day theconversation.com/exercise-sna...

Need help making study notes? OU student Leah shares her top tips. www.tiktok.com/@theopenuniv...

How is data used in sport? This episode of the BBC/OU The Team Behind the Team podcast investigates the growing reliance on data in sport. It features #TeamOUsport academics Ben Langdown & Nichola Kentzer alongside athletes and experts from golf, cycling & football. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...

Great new paper from #TeamOUsport lecturer @mzaniniphysiology.bsky.social exploring training volumes and running economy durability journals.lww.com/acsm-msse/ab...

Swearing is not always a bad thing - especially if you are a sports person! 😂 www.bps.org.uk/research-dig...

In this new post 'Jumping into biomechanics: a beginner’s guide to double mini trampoline' #TeamOUsport biomechanics lecturer Kat Allott explores the biomechanics behind her sport double mini trampoline www.open.ac.uk/blogs/OU-Spo...

Very happy with my scores so far this year for #E315, considering it took me a while to get my head around the structure and feminist theories for TMA 01 😅 Onto TMA 02 next where I am looking at contemporary issue around Youth Sport. This year is flying by! @ou-sport.bsky.social

This is what it really means to Study Like A Performer! 💃🎤 Whether you’re a psychology student, performer, or someone balancing work and study, Freya’s approach proves that transferable skills can shape a powerful career path. Start your journey here: www.open.ac.uk/courses

Did you know that @openuniversity.bsky.social currently works in over 150 prisons and supports around 2000 students a year in prison, secure units and under licence in the community? Higher education changes lives. See more of the work The Open University are doing⬇️ www.open.ac.uk/blogs/news/b...

Need a boost to kickstart your January studies? Then check out this video in which #TeamOUsport student Ralph Slaney @ralphslaney.bsky.social shares some his top studying strategies ⬇️⬇️⬇️ www.tiktok.com/@theopenuniv...

Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring durability in endurance sport? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️ wels.open.ac.uk/research/res...

Sir Chris Hoy: Cancer, Courage and Me www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cyclin...

Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring strength and conditioning in golf? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️ wels.open.ac.uk/research/res...

Had fun in the recording studio yesterday, doing some audio for one of our new @ou-sport.bsky.social modules 🎙️

Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring strength and conditioning in tennis? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️ wels.open.ac.uk/research/res...

Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring women's experiences of abuse in sport? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️ wels.open.ac.uk/research/res...

ADHD: even one bout of physical activity might help kids better learn in school theconversation.com/adhd-even-on...

Have you tried the new Study Quest filter on Snapchat? It's a fun way to help you decide what kind of OU study would work for you. Search for 'Open University Study Quest' on Snapchat to give it a go"! ✅ vm.tiktok.com/ZNdoXwK3n/

We have 4 sport & exercise related funded PhD studentships available for Oct 2026 in the following areas: - Women’s stories of life after past harms in sport - Strength & conditioning in tennis - Strength and Conditioning for Golf - Durability in Endurance Athletes wels.open.ac.uk/research/res...

Check out this episode of the BBC/OU The Team Behind the Team podcast which explores the impact of AI in sport. It features #TeamOUsport academics Mark Antrobus & Nichola Kentzer alongside experts from football and cycling. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...

Feels like it’s time to start engaging properly on here. Started the morning with a coffee (the festive cups are back! 🌲), before a great day on campus with @ou-sport.bsky.social colleagues. Always energising to carve out time for writing and sharing research ideas. A productive day all round. ☕✍🏼

We have developed a brand new free course for anyone who wants to find out more about coaching neurodiverse athletes. Check it out on the link below! ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ www.open.edu/openlearn/he...

In this video #TeamOUsport 's Steph Doehler explains the science behind Erling Haaland's success www.tiktok.com/@theopenuniv...

Check out this episode of the BBC/OU The Team Behind the Team podcast. With insights from British Athletics, Ineos Grenadiers, the True Athletic Project & #TeamOUsport ‘s Alex Twitchen it asks the question ‘Is sport becoming less human?’ www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...

Have you visited our blog yet? The OU Sport & Fitness Team blog is used by #TeamOUsport staff to share their insights and commentary on sporting events, stories & topics from an academic perspective. We have a wealth of articles so check it out now! www.open.ac.uk/blogs/OU-Spo...

Looking to become a more confident user of digital tools? Being digital features over 35 FREE activities designed to develop your digital literacy skills – from managing your digital identity to making the most of online networks. 👉 https://ow.ly/mKLy50X4aOM

Dyslexia shouldn’t be a barrier to you successfully completing a degree. In the articles below OU Sport & Fitness students Yasmin Reeve and Jasmine Bunting share their experiences and tips for dyslexic students. www.open.ac.uk/blogs/OU-Spo... www.open.ac.uk/blogs/OU-Spo...

#TeamOUsport student Ralph Slaney @ralphslaney.bsky.social shares his top tips for managing stress as an OU student. There’s some great advice in there, so check it out! www.tiktok.com/@theopenuniv...

Do your online habits have a #CarbonFootprint? 💻🌍 With our new Digital #Sustainability pathway, you'll discover: ✅ Greener online study & work tips ✅ The cost of AI tools ✅ How to cope with climate anxiety Build digital literacy & make a positive impact. Explore now: www.open.ac.uk/libraryservi...

Today is World Mental Health Day and so we would like to share this free course which shows why exercise can be so beneficial for your mental health www.open.edu/openlearn/he...

Joint pain or osteoarthritis? Why exercise should be your first line of treatment theconversation.com/joint-pain-o...

#TeamOUsport Students: As our induction programme draws to a close and the welcome forum closes we would like to encourage you to keep in touch with your fellow students through your Tutor Group Forum and the Qualification Forum. Enjoy the first week of your new module(s)! 😀

Join us tonight at 7pm for our wellbeing session exploring how you can take care of yourself during your studies learn2.open.ac.uk/blocks/news/...

Join us tonight at 7pm if you would like to meet other students and ask any questions you may have about studying sport & fitness at the OU. The session will be hosted by students/alumni Nichola Connelly, Billy Docherty and Charlie de Gale. learn2.open.ac.uk/blocks/news/...

Meet new #TeamOUsport student Ralph Slaney @ralphslaney.bsky.social www.tiktok.com/@theopenuniv...

#TeamOUsport Students: We hope you enjoyed the live event for your module last week. If you were unable to attend you can catch the recording on this link learn2.open.ac.uk/mod/connecth... We also have some more live events this week, so join us if you can! learn2.open.ac.uk/blocks/news/...

OVER TO YOU LEVEL 2! If you are studying E235 or E236 this year join module chairs Nichola Kentzer & Mark Antrobus tonight at 7pm to find out more about your module and studying at level 2. learn2.open.ac.uk/blocks/news/...

#TeamOUsport students: If you are studying E114 or E119 this year join Simon Rea & Jim Lusted (module chairs) tonight at 7pm to kickstart your journey! learn2.open.ac.uk/blocks/news/...

#TeamOUsport students: If you are studying E312 or E315 this year join us for our 'Welcome to Level 3 Study' session tonight at 7pm where module chairs Helen Owton & Nigel Wright will introduce your module & share some tips for level 3 study learn2.open.ac.uk/blocks/news/...

Check out the latest series of Freddie Flintoff's Field of Dreams which was co-produced with @openuniversity.bsky.social with #TeamOUsport 's Jim Lusted & Jess Pinchbeck as academic consultants. It's a great watch & a reminder of the power of sport. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

It's week 2 of the #TeamOUsport 2025J induction. Don't forget to post in the Welcome Forum and check out the Getting Started page & watch the sport & fitness qualification video under Step 2. Welcome Forum: learn2.open.ac.uk/mod/forumng/... Getting Started: learn2.open.ac.uk/course/view....

This Girl Can has teamed up with Hey Girls to provide guidance on how to move on your menstrual cycle. Learn more: https://www.thisgirlcan.co.uk/go-with-your-flow

The #TeamOUsport induction is well underway now & we are loving all the posts you're are making in the welcome forum. We are particularly enjoying your sport snaps and pet pictures! If you are a new of returning OU sport and fitness student check out the forum now! learn2.open.ac.uk/mod/forumng/...

Induction has now started for new and returning #TeamOUsport students. Visit the welcome forum and say hi: learn2.open.ac.uk/mod/forumng/... You can find out more about sport and fitness induction activities here on the Getting Started page: learn2.open.ac.uk/course/view....

Welcome to all new students joining the OU sport and fitness programme. We hope that you enjoy studying with us and becoming part of the #TeamOUsport community. Our induction programme will begin next week (8th Sept) so look out for information on what's happening.

Physical education is important for academic success – here’s how it benefits kids’ cognition theconversation.com/physical-edu...

We are excited to announce the launch of a new OU/BBC Podcast series 'The Team Behind the Team'. The 4 episodes featuring #TeamOUsport staff @nicholakentzer.bsky.social, @etelligentcoach.bsky.social, Ben Langdown & Ben Oakley explore how athletes are supported. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...